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Conquering the language barrier is simple with the CM Smart Instant Language Translator

NEWS – Learning to speak the native language of the places where you travel is a great prerequisite for a trip, but it’s not exactly an easy task to accomplish. That’s where technology can really make a difference. The CM Smart Instant Language Translator is a battery-powered handheld device that will let you hold a […]

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MecArmy EDC flashlight, NYC Comic Con trip report, and more – Weekly roundup

NEWS – Hello gadget fanatics. I hope everyone had a great week. As is the custom on Saturday evenings, I present to you a complete listing of all our posts from the past seven days. Happy reading! ARTICLES New York Comic Con 2019 trip report October 13, 2019 Joe Porletto REVIEWS Velocilinx Brennus Gaming Mouse review October

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WaterField Designs new Air Duffel is the great result of another crowd collaboration

By Julie Strietelmeier / October 19, 2019 / News / Bags, Travel Gear / Leave a Comment

NEWS – WaterField Designs has been killing it with all their new crowd collaboration designed bags. The latest bag that was created with ideas from over 1,200 frequent travelers is the Air Duffel carry-on bag. Available in black ballistic nylon or waxed canvas, this bag will hold everything you need for a quick business trip

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Say “hello” to Elago’s new retro AirPods case

By Michael Strange / October 18, 2019 / News / AirPods, Cases and Covers / Leave a Comment

NEWS – Accessory maker Elago is known for tapping into Apple nostalgia, making retro-themed charging stands for both the Apple Watch and iPhone. In the past, they’ve made accessories that resembled an old-school, the classic iMac, and even an iPod classic. This time, however, their nostalgia is aimed at Apple’s AirPods. Their newest retro design,

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Turn a pencil or pen into a stylus with this sticker

By Julie Strietelmeier / October 18, 2019 / News / Styluses / Leave a Comment

NEWS – TIPS is a sticker that you wrap around a regular pencil or a pen and it turns into a stylus for your phone or tablet. Sorcery? Sure seems like it, but it’s really using the electricity in your body/hand without needing to hassle with Bluetooth, batteries, etc. Even more interesting is the fact

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Game Boy fans will love the Analogue Pocket which works with actual GB cartridges

By Julie Strietelmeier / October 17, 2019 / News / Gaming Gear / 3 Comments

NEWS – Dedicated handheld gaming devices seem to be making a comeback these days. There’s the Nintendo Switch and the various retro gaming devices like the Bittboy that I reviewed early this year. If you’re into retro gaming – specifically Game Boy gaming and still have some cartridges and don’t feel like dealing with the

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Kano helps kids learn to program by channeling The Force

By Julie Strietelmeier / October 17, 2019 / News / Kid Gadgets, Programming, STEM / Leave a Comment

NEWS – Kano is a company that knows how to make products that will delight kids (and adults) while also helping them learn important STEM skills. Their newest products is the Star Wars The Force™ Coding Kit. The Star Wars The Force™ Coding Kit comes with everything needed for your child to learn the ways

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Check out beamo, an affordable compact laser cutter and engraver for makers

By Julie Strietelmeier / October 16, 2019 / News / Crafts, Crowdfunded, Do-It-Yourself / 7 Comments

CROWDFUNDING NEWS – If you think you’re crafty now, just imagine what kind of cool things you can make with a tabletop cutter and engraver like the beamo which just launched on Kickstarter from Flux, the same company who had the successful Flux Delta 3D printer campaign. What is it? beamo is a small desktop

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Introducing the Molekule Air Mini – Just as good as the Molekule Air, but in a smaller package!

By Julian Perry / October 16, 2019 / News / 2 Comments

NEWS – Last year, after trying many brands and models of air purifiers, I was lucky enough to be offered the opportunity to test the Molekule Air. Immediately after setting it up in my home, I began to feel the difference in my breathing and my allergy attacks. Even better, both of my children who

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IrisVision gives people with low vision problems the ability to see clearly again

By Julie Strietelmeier / October 16, 2019 / News / Health and fitness / Leave a Comment

NEWS – If you thought VR goggles were only good for playing games, you would be wrong. The people at IrisVision are using VR headsets to give people with low vision problems like macular degeneration, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, and more the ability to have clearer vision. Using a smartphone mounted to a headset, IrisVision helps

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The folks at Outdoor Ukulele have added a guitar to their lineup

By Julie Strietelmeier / October 15, 2019 / News / Guitar, Musical instruments / 3 Comments

NEWS – Carbon Fiber makes everything better including ukuleles, banjoleles, and now guitars! The creators at Outdoor Ukulele have just added a new 20″ scale guitar to their rugged instrument offerings. Made of Carbon fiber polycarbonate, the Outdoor Guitar won’t crack from lack of humidity or warp from too much humidity. Heck, you can use

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Moxee Signal is a personal safety device with 4G LTE coverage

By Julie Strietelmeier / October 15, 2019 / News / Personal Safety / Leave a Comment

NEWS – Whether you like to go out for a run at night, have aging parents, work out in the field, etc. having the ability to keep friends and family up to date with your location can provide great peace of mind. The Moxee Signal is a small device that you can wear or clip

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Forget about round flashlights, flat is where it’s at

By Julie Strietelmeier / October 14, 2019 / News / EDC, Flashlight / 7 Comments

NEWS – The FLATEYE flashlight from Panthervision features a flat shape that they claim makes it easier to grip. You won’t need to worry about it rolling away from you on a flat surface either. Available in versions with a lumen range of 700 up to 2175 lumens, the FLATEYE flashlights have versions that are

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BodyGuardz goes from smartphones to smart homes with new product line

By Julie Strietelmeier / October 14, 2019 / News / Home Automation, Home Security, security camera / Leave a Comment

NEWS – BodyGuardz who has been a popular brand for smartphone screen protection and cases is now expanding its product focus into the smart home device category with security cameras and an emergency hub. Their new Portable 360º Security Camera is a battery-powered camera that features a rechargeable battery and the ability to relocate it

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HiiDii glasses, Shine automated toilet cleaner, Ezl smartphone stand, and more – Notable crowdfunding campaigns

By Julie Strietelmeier / October 13, 2019 / News / Crowdfunded / 4 Comments

CROWDFUNDING NEWS – This week I’m bringing you two Kickstarter crowdfunding campaigns and two campaigns from Indiegogo. et’s check them out. HiiDii Glasses: Wearable Hands-Free Control for Your Devices What is it? HiiDii Glasses are a wearable controller for computers, tablets, and smartphones. Why do I like it? I like the HiiDii Glasses because it’s

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Nomad just made wireless charging easier with the new Base Station Pro

By Michael Strange / October 13, 2019 / News / Batteries and Chargers, Wireless charging / Leave a Comment

NEWS – I’ve reviewed both of Nomad’s wireless chargers, the Base Station, and the Base Station Apple Watch Edition. Both are great, I keep one in the bedroom, and one in the living room and use them every day. Now Nomad is upping its wireless charging game even further by announcing the Base Station Pro.

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Routers, robot vacuums, pillows, and more – Weekly roundup

By Julie Strietelmeier / October 12, 2019 / News / weekly roundup / Leave a Comment

NEWS – Here we are again. You know the drill. Assume the mandatory weekend position (on the couch with your laptop or tablet and your favorite beverage) and browse this handy listing of all the news and reviews that we posted this week on The Gadgeteer. Ready. Set. Enjoy! REVIEWS Gl-inet GL-B1300 – Convexa-B dual-band

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Carving the Thanksgiving turkey will never be boring again thanks to the Mighty Carver

By Michael Strange / October 12, 2019 / News / Cooking, Home and Kitchen / 10 Comments

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NEWS – Carving the Thanksgiving turkey is an age-old tradition shared by many families. What if I told you this year you could carve up that delicious bird with a chainsaw. You could be the hit of your Thanksgiving feast with the Mighty Carver Electric Chainsaw Carving Knife. Well, okay, it may not be a

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Tidashi is a wearable Titanium utility knife

By Julie Strietelmeier / October 11, 2019 / News / EDC, Knives, Tools / Leave a Comment

NEWS – EDC fans will no doubt be interested in the Tidashi knife from SplinterSeed. This mini lightweight utility knife is made of solid Grade 5 titanium and is available with a brushed or polished finish in a variety of anodized colors. The wearable knife features a silicone cap that has two functions. It protects

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Make the SwagBag an awesome part of your child’s Halloween costume this year

By Julie Strietelmeier / October 10, 2019 / News / Backpack, Halloween / Leave a Comment

NEWS – You can tell your kids to leave the plastic pumpkin or Walmart sack at home this Halloween when they go out on their trick-or-treating adventures. They can replace those boring candy carriers with this cool customizable SwagBag backpack that can become part of their costume. The backpack has an LED panel on the

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